The Dogsmile Impact
There’s nothing like the feeling you get when the wind is pulling your boat through the water. Nothing.
The intention is to offer therapeutic sailing experiences to anyone in our community who’d like to participate. This program is for everyone.
We live for those big, teethy smiles!
Everyone should let their Dogsmile shine 😬
We are committed to changing lives through sailing.
While our focus is on underserved communities, such as veterans, local youth, victims of domestic violence, and those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, our programs are open to anyone interested in experiencing the healing power of sailing.
Want to join us?
Because they matter.
We create opportunities for people to discover healing and potential through sailing adventures.
We are focused on veterans, local youth, and other underserved communities because they matter. Our veterans have sacrificed greatly for our safety and have been wildly unsupported when they return home. Our youth are our future. People need our help and it’s time we give it to them.
Why Sailing? Because it Works.
There’s really nothing like a boat on water. Sailing experiences go way beyond the activity of sailing. Participants will learn leadership, teamwork, and most importantly, resilience; which are skills that will serve them throughout their lives. You can do it alone, or with others. Sailing takes you places, literally and figuratively. It exercises your body and your mind.
It’s real.
The impact of our programs can last a lifetime. The engagement with the great outdoors partnered with the self discipline and interpersonal connection that happens out there has been proven to benefit mood and increase self esteem. We aren’t driven by numbers, we’re driven by impact.
We want to see your Dogsmile!
“Dogsmile is an expression of unadulterated happiness. You're so happy that you don't care about how you look or how you're seen or what anyone else thinks. It's the biggest grin possible.
The more teeth, the better (this part is key as it scares away the haters and those who are simply unaware).”
- Jon Totten, Founder
